Hansi Flick has set his sights on a dazzling La Masia talent, poised to become FC Barcelona’s next defensive cornerstone for the future.
La Masia has long been the beating heart of the Blaugrana, producing stars like Gavi, Alejandro Balde, Fermin Lopez, Lamine Yamal, and Pau Cubarsí who have seamlessly integrated into the first team.
As Flick navigates defensive vulnerabilities exposed by injuries and Iñigo Martínez’s departure, scouts are turning to the Juvenil A ranks for the next breakthrough talent.
One 17-year-old defender is emerging as a beacon of promise, blending raw potential with the poise that defines Barcelona’s defensive DNA.
According to Diario Sport, that gem is Nico Marcipar, a dual Argentine-Spanish citizen captivating La Masia with his defensive acumen and ball-playing prowess.
Currently shining in the Juvenil A squad, Marcipar’s season could prove pivotal in propelling him toward first-team contention.
His entourage recently met with Barcelona Atletic’s sporting directors, Sergi Mila and Andres Manzano, to chart his development path, focusing on areas for growth to accelerate his ascent.
Hansi Flick, known for his faith in youth from his Bayern days, is reportedly impressed by Marcipar’s profile: a tenacious South American grit fused with Barcelona’s possession-oriented elegance.
Marcipar excels in reading the game, intercepting plays with passion, and distributing from deep—traits tailor-made for Flick’s high-line system.
At 6’2”, his aerial command and progressive passing evoke memories of a young Gerard Piqué, offering a high ceiling that Barcelona covets.
The club values his versatility and hunger, seeing him as a long-term solution to their left-footed center-back shortage.
Yet, Marcipar faces a crossroads: choosing between representing Argentina or Spain internationally, with a lean toward La Roja.
For Hansi Flick, nurturing Marcipar aligns with his philosophy of blending academy gems with tactical demands.
As Barcelona eyes a 2026 summer reinforcement, Marcipar’s breakthrough could mirror Cubarsí’s meteoric rise.
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